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Dr. Robert Caruso, MD

Dr. Robert Caruso, MD

Urology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Caruso, MD is a urologist in Bloomfield, NJ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Clara Maass Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Locations

Essex-Hudson Urology

Essex-Hudson Urology256 Broad St Bloomfield, NJ 07003
1
Essex Hudson Urology217 Chestnut St Ste 2 Newark, NJ 07105
2

Essex Hudson Urology

Essex Hudson Urology464 Valley Brook Ave # 1 Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
3

Dr. Caruso is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Caruso specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Caruso's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Caruso

3.5

24 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
54%
54%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Jun 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Manuel Rodriguez – Jan 17, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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May 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hemalatha Chakrapani in Lyndhurst, NJ – Apr 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Peter P in Jersey City, NJ – Jul 15, 2016
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care philosophy

Compasion and excellence combined with the latest skills and technology Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information submitted. Prior to your appointment, it is advisable to verify with a physician office that they are still a participating provider.
  • Urology

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  • Methodist Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005
  • Nyu Hospitals Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Nyu Hospitals Center

    Internship Hospital, 2000
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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  • English

  • Italian

  • Portuguese

  • Spanish

  • Lasers in Urology, 2001

  • Fibrin Glue and Gelfoam to Repair Collecting System Injuries in Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy, 11/03

  • Robotic Partial Nephrectomy: Initial Experience, 5/04

  • Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Wedge Excision, 2004

  • UPJ Obstruction in the Adult Population: Are Crossing Vessels Significant?, 12/01

  • Altered NDRG-1 Protein Expression in African American compared w Caucasian Prostate Cancer Patients, 1/04

  • Transperitoneal Laparoscopic Radical Nephrectomy, 3/05

Dr. Caruso is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, Sept 1997

  • Traveling Resident Scholar--International Volunteers in Urology, Nov 2001

  • Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society, 1991

  • Merck Manual Award for outstanding academic performance, May 1998

  • Faculty Organization Award for exemplary performance and leadership in medical school, May 1998

  • Outstanding Senior -- Biology, May 1993

  • Honors Program in Biology, 1990

  • Deans Commendation for Clinical Achievement, May 1998

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Clara Maass Medical Center

    1 Clara Maass Dr
    Belleville, NJ 07109
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

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  • Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    201 Lyons Ave
    Newark, NJ 07112
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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